Is this noise coil whine or a fan resonance?
I'm trying to identify a noise coming from my graphics card. It only appears when the fans are running at roughly 70–75% speed and disappears at both lower…
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What Does a Typical PC Actually Sound Like?
I'm trying to get a realistic idea of how loud a desktop PC is. Online jokes make it seem like every computer sounds like a generator, but is…
Should I Replace My Coil-Whining RX 9070 XT or Pay €300 More for an RTX 5070 Ti?
I currently have a Sapphire Pure RX 9070 XT with noticeable coil whine, especially when the frame rate gets very high. I've already tried undervolting and adjusting the…
Is the Colorful RTX 5070 Ti Battle AX worth paying $100 more than the MSI Shadow 3X OC?
I'm choosing between the Colorful RTX 5070 Ti Battle AX and the MSI RTX 5070 Ti Shadow 3X OC, which are currently the only models within my budget…
Why does my GTX 1080 Ti make a buzzing sound while gaming?
My GTX 1080 Ti produces a noticeable hum or buzz when I play games. My system has a 550W power supply and a Ryzen 5 5600. I used…
RTX 5070 Ti: Should I Choose the ASUS Prime or PNY XLR8 Epic-X RGB?
I'm finishing a gaming PC build in a Lian Li LANCOOL 216 and am deciding between the ASUS Prime OC and the PNY XLR8 Gaming Epic-X RGB versions…
Which RX 9070 XT Model Offers the Best Value and Reliability?
I'm planning to buy an RX 9070 XT, and these are the models available to me in South America: ASRock Challenger for $808, Gigabyte Gaming OC for $808,…
Is the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti a good choice for quiet operation?
I'm considering the ASUS Dual RTX 5060 Ti and would like to hear from people who have used it. How are the fans in practice, especially the bearing…
How can I troubleshoot a painful high-frequency noise from my new PC?
I built a new PC around an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, but it produces a high-frequency sound that I can barely hear normally yet seems to cause ear…
PC Shuts Down During Gaming Loads—Could the PSU Be Failing?
I recently built a newer PC and would like to give my previous system to my brother, but it randomly powers off while playing games at medium or…
Has Anyone Found a Quiet RTX 5070 Ti, or Is Coil Whine Just Unavoidable?
I'm preparing to return my fourth RTX 5070 Ti because of coil whine. Two ASUS TUF cards whined loudly under load, a Gigabyte Gaming OC had a constant…
Is Loud Coil Whine Normal on the RX 9070 XT?
I recently upgraded my system and have now tried two different RX 9070 XT cards. The first was a Hellhound paired with a Phanteks SFX 850W power supply,…
Is a Charger That Makes Repeating Clicking or Chh Noises Safe to Use?
My charger makes a quiet repeating "chh" sound when it's plugged in. It happens three or four times, stops briefly, and then repeats that cycle over and over.…
Looking for a Quiet Power Supply After Two Noisy Models
I've had issues with coil whine on my previous power supply, the RM850e ATX 3.0 850W, and replaced it with a be quiet! pure power 12 m 850W.…
Choosing Between MSI Gaming Trio 5080 and AORUS Master: Need Your Experience!
Hey everyone! I'm caught between the MSI Gaming Trio 5080 and the AORUS Master for my next build, and I'm looking for some input. Both cards are priced…
Is coil whine normal for GPUs?
I recently learned about something called "coil whine" and I wanted to check my RTX 5060 for it. I've never had this issue before with any of my…
Tips for Reducing Coil Whine on GPUs
I've recently purchased a few power supply units, the RM1000x and RM1000X Shift, but both of them have had coil whine issues. Is there a particular PSU model…
Dealing with Loud High-Pitch Noise from GPU and PSU Under Load
I recently upgraded from a GTX 1060 to a 5070 ti after 10 years and now I'm experiencing a really loud, high-pitch noise when the system is under…
Should I be concerned about a clicking sound from my GPU under load?
I recently bought a prebuilt PC from a store, and I've noticed a clicking sound coming from the GPU when it's under load. The sound stops when there's…
Recommendations for a Low Coil Whine Power Supply for Audio Production
I'm experiencing excessive coil whine with my EVGA G5 650 power supply, which is interfering with the audio path of my USB interface. Despite my efforts to eliminate…